Volkswagen C Coupe GTE Debuts in China
Volkswagen is previewing the future of its large sedans.
The German automaker has debuted its C Coupe GTE at the 2015 Shanghai Motor Show, but don’t let its name fool you. It does indeed sport four doors and is designed to compete in the C-segment, slotting between the Passat and Phaeton if it does head to production. Powering the C Coupe GTE is what Volkswagen is calling “one of the world’s most modern plug-in hybrid systems,” featuring a four-cylinder turbocharged TSI engine paired to an electric motor integrated in the eight-speed automatic transmission housing. The engine itself produces 208 hp while the electric motor churns 122 hp. Combined, the system output is 241 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque.
In all-electric driving mode, the concept can travel up to 31 miles and at up to 81 mph. Driving modes on the C Coupe GTE include Hybrid, E-Mode, GTE and Battery Charge/Battery Hold mode.
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The four-door coupe measures in at 199.7 inches long, 76 inches wide and 56.9 inches high. For show form, it features 22-inch wheels wrapped with 265/30 tires that further complements the C Coupe GTE’s horizontal, sharp lines.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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